style star to watch

Lupita Nyong'o stars in the upcoming 12 Years a Slave and if her outfits from the Toronto International Film Festival are any indication of what's to come on the red carpet, I can't wait to see the rest of her promotional tour looks. I checked in with her stylist, Micaela Erlanger, to get the scoop on each of her TIFF ensembles and what it's like to work with Lupita. Honor Top, Honor Shorts, Manolo Blahnik pumps, Lulu Frost earrings For 12 Years a Slave portraits: "Hello color! This look was perfect for a press day. The yellow was fantastic against her skin, and she has incredible legs, which we wanted to showcase with these shorts." Antonio Berardi dress, Roger Vivier clutch, Christian Louboutin shoes, EF Collection and Dana Rebecca jewelry For the Bungalow 8 and Worldview party: "This red color just illuminated her skin. Sure, from the front it is a bold and simple dress, but the side view reveals a curved ruffle detail that is such a surprise! We added a fun leopard shoe to complete the modern and cool look." Veronica Beard scuba jumpsuit, Paul Andrew heels, Kwiat jewelry, Calvin Klein box clutch For the TIFF HFPA/InStyle party: read more